has been vs has been staying

[hirashin]

Dear native English speakers,

Would (a) and (b) have almost the same meaning?
(a) My uncle has been in China since last month.
(b) My uncle has been staying in China since last month.

Thanks in advance.
Hirashin

 

[joadbres]

Yes.

 

[hirashin]

Thanks, joadbres.